FarmVille, Facebook game addiction runs rampant in recent headlines

Over the past year, Facebook gaming addiction has turned into a hot-button topic as we've been bombarded with news headlines about mothers neglecting their children while playing FarmVille and other games. Studies have also shown that fifth of all social gamers consider themselves hooked on these games, treating it as their drug of choice to escape reality.

There is little to no empirical evidence of psychological addiction to social games or games in general, the American Medical Association says, but when these sometimes shocking stories start to make headlines, it's hard not to wonder if there's more to the story.

If this is the case, who's to blame? Some experts point to the games' creators for creating games designed to get players hooked, others cite personal responsibility as the answer.

We'll let you draw your own conclusions, but take a look at how the alleged epidemic has spread over the past year:

What do you think of Facebook gaming addiction? Is this "addiction" the real deal or can social gaming just become a dangerous habit for some unfortunate folks? Speak your mind in the comments. Add Comment.